Artist Spotlight: Thom Bell

from Rock in Retrospect · host Nick Bambach

Tom Lane returns to discuss the career and legacy of legendary R&B producer, arranger, and songwriter Thom Bell. We talk about Bell's collaborations with The Delfonics, The Stylistics, The Spinners, Elton John, Johnny Mathis, Deniece Williams, and others. We also discuss Bell's upcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame later this month.If you haven't already, check out our 2021 episode that focuses on The Spinners!Support the show

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